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Monday, 20 December, 2021 UTC
What is the metaverse?
From virtual versions of ourselves to augmented reality, we break down what the metaverse is. ... more - bbc.co.ukMonday, 20 December, 2021 UTC
Virtual reality worship: What carols at home looks like this Christmas
The Church of England has released a series of virtual reality carols ... more - bbc.co.ukMonday, 20 December, 2021 UTC
Nreal Light: Augmented reality specs put to the test
BBC Click's Chris Fox finds out what Nreal's augmented reality specs can do. ... more - bbc.co.ukSaturday, 11 December, 2021 UTC
Meta releases social VR space Horizon Worlds
After more than a year in private test mode, Meta's first foray into connected digital worlds goes live. ... more - bbc.co.ukTuesday, 7 December, 2021 UTC
Using virtual reality to treat pain and anxiety
Government research suggests immersive technologies have the potential to "transform" therapy and healthcare. ... more - bbc.co.ukWednesday, 24 November, 2021 UTC
VR helps parents visualise child's surgery
Click discovers how VR helps parents decide whether to go through with surgery for their child. ... more - bbc.co.ukMonday, 18 October, 2021 UTC
Facebook to hire 10,000 in EU to work on metaverse
Mark Zuckerberg is a leading voice on the metaverse - a virtual reality version of the internet. ... more - bbc.co.ukWednesday, 13 October, 2021 UTC
Magic Leap reveals new AR headset and fresh funding
The firm secures an extra $500m in funding from investors as it announces a new headset. ... more - bbc.co.ukFriday, 20 August, 2021 UTC
How virtual reality can help to recruit and train staff
VR headsets are making a leap from fun gimmick to serious tool for firms' workforce management. ... more - bbc.co.ukThursday, 19 August, 2021 UTC
How virtual reality can help to recruit and train staff
VR headsets are making a leap from fun gimmick to serious tool for firms' workforce management. ... more - bbc.co.ukFriday, 13 August, 2021 UTC
Virtual reality: 'There's no max, there's no limit!'
"There's no max, there's no limit" to virtual reality, so is it the future of live music? ... more - bbc.co.ukThursday, 29 July, 2021 UTC
Oculus recalls Quest 2 headset pads after skin rashes
Quest 2 headset owners are urged to claim a free silicone cover to avoid skin issues. ... more - bbc.co.ukSaturday, 24 July, 2021 UTC
Zuckerberg wants Facebook to become online 'metaverse'
CEO wants users to work, game and communicate in a virtual world, often using VR headsets. ... more - bbc.co.ukWednesday, 23 June, 2021 UTC
Facebook's VR ads test loses first game after backlash
Plans to test ads inside Facebook Oculus games hit a speed bump after first test game quits. ... more - bbc.co.ukMonday, 21 June, 2021 UTC
‘Virtual beauty tests used to be gimmicky but now they are useful’
With stores closed the beauty industry has embraced augmented reality testing apps. ... more - bbc.co.ukSaturday, 19 June, 2021 UTC
Facebook tests ads in virtual reality headsets
The ads will appear in only a few games at first as the firm assesses users' reactions. ... more - bbc.co.ukFriday, 18 June, 2021 UTC
Flight of the Sky Lion: 'Like VR but without the headset'
The new experience is a wonderful and complex mix of creativity and technology, BBC's LJ Rich says. ... more - bbc.co.ukFriday, 11 June, 2021 UTC
Facebook developing smartwatch with AR control
The company says the device is in only its early stages - and may never be released to the public. ... more - bbc.co.ukSaturday, 22 May, 2021 UTC
Snapchat Spectacles AR: Augmented reality on your face
Snap Inc's new specs promise AR overlays through glasses - but are on limited release for now. ... more - bbc.co.ukThursday, 22 April, 2021 UTC
Amazon is opening a hair salon in London
The salon will use augmented reality to show styles and colours on clients before they have their hair done. ... more - bbc.co.ukFriday, 2 April, 2021 UTC
Microsoft to sell augmented reality goggles to army
The tech giant will provide around 120,000 headsets to the US army in a 10-year deal worth $21.9bn. ... more - bbc.co.ukTuesday, 23 March, 2021 UTC
Facebook VR wristband powered via 'brain signals'
As the technology company expands its virtual-reality tools, experts warn of potential privacy implications. ... more - bbc.co.ukWednesday, 17 March, 2021 UTC
Museum Alive: App brings a dinosaur to your living room
The augmented reality app, Museum Alive, allows users to experience a prehistoric world up close. ... more - bbc.co.ukMonday, 15 March, 2021 UTC
Microsoft Mesh: Will it change how we collaborate?
The mixed reality platform can be used on the Hololens 2, computers, VR headsets and smartphones. ... more - bbc.co.ukMonday, 8 March, 2021 UTC
Smart glasses help to find your makeup pallet
Jen Copestake tries out some of the latest augmented reality beauty technology. ... more - bbc.co.ukMonday, 1 March, 2021 UTC
Military trials training for missions in virtual reality
BBC's Zoe Kleinman experiences software which creates virtual training simulations for the military. ... more - bbc.co.ukWednesday, 24 February, 2021 UTC
PSVR2: Sony announces 'improved' PlayStation VR for PS5
The games giant says PSVR2 will feature a less-cluttered set-up and numerous visual improvements. ... more - bbc.co.ukTuesday, 23 February, 2021 UTC
Augmented reality art: Where your home becomes the gallery
How virtual artworks allow you to see anything from the sun to a giant spider in your own home. ... more - bbc.co.ukThursday, 28 January, 2021 UTC
Google's Tilt Brush VR painting app goes open source
Tilt Brush is being abandoned by the tech giant - but it is making the code open source for others. ... more - bbc.co.ukWednesday, 20 January, 2021 UTC
